Why do some people pick noses? Isnt that unsanitary and gross?

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For some western people picking the nose is a habit. For others from western culture it may be a way of satisfying the need to do something taboo without any moral infractions.

In brief:
Habit

Picking ones nose is very acceptable in most asian cultures.

For some western people picking the nose is a habit. For others from western culture it may be a way of satisfying the need to do something taboo without any moral infractions.
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